Plan Submittal, Review, Permitting, Inspection and Acceptance Testing Procedure
Contractor Guidelines for Commercial, Multifamily Projects (revised Nov 11, 2019)
Concept Proposal
Zoning Approval
Building Permit Application
Fire Department Pre-Construction Conference
Discuss local ordinances, by-laws, AHJ issues
Plan Submission & Review
Submit plans and narrative reports on OpenGov
OpenGov Applications & Permits
Permit Application(s)
Contractor or Installer submits copy of MA state contractor or technician license
Fire Dept. permits required for:
Smoke, Carbon Monoxide & Heat detectors, sprinkler, fire alarm, hood suppression (Ansul system), cutting/welding operations, fuel storage tanks, LP Gas tanks & cylinders, Demolition of a structure, tentage, portable or temporary heating appliances
Inspections
Site inspections occur during phases of construction & prior to enclosure of any system devices such as concealed sprinkler heads, zone valves, duct detection, etc.
Acceptance Testing
An inspection and testing appointment date requires 7-10 days advance notice
- Requests for acceptance testing should occur only when the building is ready for occupancy and all systems are 100% ready
- All fire protection systems will be tested on the same day and time
- All installers and contractors will be present to conduct testing
- Completion paperwork, installer’s affidavits, test reports must be presented prior to permit sign-off and occupancy certification